Commercial Manager
£75,000 - £95,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Bermondsey, London
Overview
Looking for a Commercial Manager to join a long-established, privately owned contractor with an 85-year track record delivering high-quality refurbishments, heritage works, and social housing projects across London and the South East. With project values ranging from £500k to £6.5m, this is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager — or a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up — to take ownership of the commercial and estimating functions within a stable, growing business.
This is a key leadership position where you will shape commercial strategy, oversee project profitability, and support the continued growth of the company.
The Role - What You'll Be Doing
Commercial Manager based in the Bermondsey head office, you will lead the commercial performance of the business across multiple live projects while overseeing estimating and tendering activities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Commercial Management: overseeing the commercial performance of multiple refurbishment and heritage projects
- Cost management: managing budgets, valuations, variations, and ensuring robust cost control across all schemes
- Estimating oversight: leading the tendering process, reviewing pricing, and ensuring competitive and accurate submissions
- Procurement strategy: managing subcontractor procurement, negotiations, and contract placement
- Contract administration: overseeing subcontractor accounts, applications, payments, and final accounts
- Commercial reporting: producing and reviewing monthly CVRs, cost forecasts, and financial performance reports
- Risk management: identifying and mitigating commercial risk while protecting project margins
- Client engagement: building strong relationships with local authorities, estate teams, consultants, and private clients
- Team leadership: supporting and mentoring Quantity Surveyors while strengthening commercial processes across the business
- Project collaboration: working closely with site teams and directors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget
This role is ideal for an established Commercial Manager or an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a leadership position and influence the commercial direction of a well-respected contractor.
About the Contractor - Why Join
- Stable, reputable business with deep roots and a strong reputation for quality workmanship
- Directors are hands-on and accessible, creating a supportive and trusting environment
- 85+ years of continuous trading with long-standing clients, including councils, estates, and commercial property owners
- Blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern construction techniques
- Close-knit commercial and site teams
- Real career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
- Typical project value: £500k-£750k; largest live project: £6.5m refurbishment (Royal Borough of Greenwich)
What You Need
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager with a main contractor
- Strong leadership capability with the confidence to manage commercial and estimating functions
- Excellent commercial acumen with a focus on profitability, risk management, and financial control
- Experience overseeing tendering, procurement, and subcontractor negotiations
- Strong knowledge of CVRs, forecasting, and project financial reporting
- Proactive, organised, and confident managing multiple responsibilities
- Degree / HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar
What You'll Receive
- Salary £75,000 - £95,000 (DOE)
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
- 5% employer pension
- Direct access to senior leadership and influence on company strategy
- Opportunities across social housing, heritage, and commercial refurbishment
- Long-term, secure career with a respected contractor
How to Apply
Choose the method that works best for you:
- Apply via this job board
- Email your CV to alex @ reinforcedltd. co. uk
- Call Alex directly
- Connect and message on LinkedIn (search: Alex Wallace - Reinforced Recruitment)
Even if you're unsure about your suitability, reach out — I'm always happy to discuss your experience and offer honest guidance.
About Me
I'm Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment. I specialise in placing commercial, project management, and site professionals across London and the South East.
I take a personal, consultative approach, helping you secure roles that genuinely support your long-term ambitions